NBA Picks

A crucial Western Conference battle unfolds at Crypto.com Arena as the Los Angeles Lakers (-1) host the Denver Nuggets with major playoff seeding implications. With the Lakers just one game behind Denver and injury concerns for both squads—including questionable tags for Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray while LeBron James is ruled out—our expert breaks down this nationally televised ESPN showdown and predicts a narrow Lakers victory at home.

Two playoff contenders clash as the Milwaukee Bucks (-3.5) visit the Golden State Warriors in a cross-conference showdown at Chase Center. With Giannis and Lillard probable to play against a Warriors team coming off a tough loss to Denver, our expert believes the home underdog presents significant value. Here’s the complete breakdown and betting prediction.

We have the battle of LA tonight when the Lakers and Clippers tip off at the Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday night. The Clippers are a -8 favorite over the James-less Lakers with a total line of 229.5. The Lakers have taken the first two this season. Can they step it up and get the cover tonight? Read our betting preview plus get Joe’s top bet.

The Celtics continue their mini road trip with a visit to Dallas to take on the Mavs in Monday night NBA betting action. Boston is at a scheduling disadvantage for this game having played last night at Houston. Do you take the points and ride the home dog? Check out our betting preview and get Joe’s pick.

The Suns have dominated this series winning five straight dating back to 2022. The NBA betting board lists Phoenix as a -5 home favorite with a total line of 248 points. NBA capper Joe Jensen breaks it down and gives out his top pick.

The Thunder are a small three point underdog when they visit the Timberwolves in Saturday night NBA action. Read our betting preview and get Joe’s recommended bet.